It's spring, and there's plenty to do in beautiful Chatham County!  Whether you live in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, or Chatham County itself, check out some of these great events and activities.

Haw River Canoe and Kayak - Explore the Haw River, by day or night.

Enjoy the Haw River in the company of some of the area's most experienced guides, from the Haw River Canoe and Kayak Company.

May 17 - OWL PROWL:  BIG ALAMANCE CREEK & GLENCOE LAKE
$25/person.  Paddle at night, and see and hear local barred owls, along with beavers and other wildlife. 

May 24 - Paddle Dinner, Brewery Style

Enjoy a 3 hour leisurely paddle, then a tour of the Carolina Brewery, followed by a 5 course dinner with various local beers. 

May 25 - Full Moon Paddle

May 30 - Fly Fishing Paddle

These are some of the "Special Events" offered - there are many more opportunities to simply paddle the Haw River!

Bynum Front Porch Music

Every Friday Night, the Bynum General Store just off 15/501 between Pittsboro and Chapel Hill offers live music.

This small, old-fashioned building hosts events throughout the year, and might be available for your event.

Friday May 16 - Tim Lee Band

Friday May 23 - Saludos Company

Friday May 30 - Rootzie

For directions, click here.

Veteran and Military Families - Learn About VA Loan Programs, Building a Home, Buying a Home, and More.

Military Open House Event Sunday May 18th 1-4pm - click here for more information.

Fearrington Events and Activities -

The Fearrington Farmer's Market comes to life!  Come and get your fresh flowers, organic fruits and vegetables, homemade meals and more, every Tuesday at 4 pm.

Visit with Local Authors at McIntyre's Bookstore - Authors include Larry Rochelle on May 15 (local mystery author),  John Kessel and Gregory Frost on May 16 (local sci fi authors), and Tony Early on May 17 (bestselling author of "Jim the Boy").  Lots more great authors.   Call Pete at 919-542-3030 to sign up.  

Carnivore Preservation Trust (Tigers and More!) 

Come see tigers, snow leopards, jaguars, and more.   All Tours are by reservation only.  Please call (919) 542-4684.

Times
Saturdays: 10:00AM & 1:00PM
Sundays: 10:00AM & 1:00PM

Twilight Tours
Available seasonally (April-October) on Saturday evenings at sunset. These special walks are during the most active part of our predators' days. Call for scheduled times and reservations. Ages 13 and up

3rd Friday - Siler City ArtWalk in Historic Downtown Siler City

Every third Friday, Siler City hosts an ArtWalk, with plenty of local artists, food, music, and more.  Friday, May 16 6:00p to 9:00p at Raleigh Street Gallery, Siler City, NC

Open Galleries/studios, pottery, paintings,fiber art, woodcrafts, sculpture, metal, jewelry, paint your own pottery, and more. 

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

There's so much more than just a lake, and what a lake it is!

  Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

C.A.S.T. (Catch a Sure Thing!) - this fishing program is for beginners aged 6-12.  Preregistration required at 919-362-0586, all equipment is provided!  Meet the ranger at the Park Office.  Sat May 17th, 24th, and 31st 10-11am.

Silk Hope Winery

A small, family-owned winery, the Silk Hope winery is in the center of North Carolina's Piedmont wine region.   Open Saturdays 10-5p and Sundays noon-5p for tours and wine tastings.  Call 919-545-5696.  Click link for directions.  Bring a picnic and take advantage of the picnic area!

Horizon Cellars Winery in Siler City

Wine Tastings - Stop by and taste local Chatham County wines at Horizon Cellars Winery in Siler City.  Only $4, includes souvenir glass.  Ask about custom made labels for wine for your next special event.  Mon, Thurs and Fri 11 am - 5pm, Sat 10am-6pm, and Sunday Noon-6 pm.  Tours by request. 

Event: Business After Hours hosted by Horizon Cellars Winery in Siler City

Thu May 29 5pm-8pm - 3215 Mount Gilead Church Road.  Catering by Bistro 64..., Fine Wine Tasting..., Live Jazz Music.... landscape and Studio Artists from the "Chatham Plein Air".

 The Chatham County Historical Society is sponsoring a presentation on Southern Folk Cemeteries.

Learn why Southern cemeteries are located where they are, what governed choices of grave markers and cementery plantings, local burial traditions and common epitaphs, and changes over time. 

Sunday May 18th, 2:30pm at the Historic Chatham County Courthouse.  Call 542-3603.

Chatham County Bed and Breakfasts:

If you're looking for a bed and breakfast getaway, check out some of these local Chatham County options:

The Fearrington House Country Inn offers several different weekend packages:

Spring Getaway Package

Fearrington Experience Package

The Pamper Package

Rosemary House in downtown Pittsboro is a 1912 Colonial Revival bed and breakfast, set in shaded gardens.  Ask about Sweetheart Packages, and check out the "66 Things to Do in Pittsboro".

Rosemary House Bed and Breakfast

The Bed & Breakfast at Laurel Ridge offers rooms with large Jacuzzi tubs set into the floor, and even private cottage rooms, all beautifully furnished.  Schedule a visit at the nearby day spa, or an in-room massage.  Find out more here:

Bed & Breakfast at Laurel Ridge

These are just a few of many events and activities available in Chatham County - enjoy!

Raleigh and the Triangle Area

Whether you're looking at relocating to Raleigh to start your career, to find a friendly place to raise a family, or retiring in a terrific climate, Raleigh and the Research Park Triangle has something to offer you. Great schools, Forbes rated #1 in 2007 for Businesses and Careers, lots of lakes and golf courses, top-rated cultural centers, universities, and hospitals - and all only two hours to the ocean and three hours to the mountains - it's no wonder that Raleigh is a "Best Place to Live"!

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